Short bio Jean-Baptiste Krumpholz
Full biography Jean-Baptiste Krumpholz
Jean-Baptiste Krumpholz was a celebrated Czech harpist and composer who lived from May 8, 1742 to February 19, 1790. He is considered to be one of the greatest harp players of the Classical era, and his compositions are still admired and studied by harpists today.
Krumpholz began playing the harp at a young age, and quickly became a virtuoso on the instrument. He went on to perform as a harpist in various orchestras and ensembles throughout Europe, dazzling audiences with his technical skill and artistry.
In addition to his work as a performer, Krumpholz was also a prolific composer. He wrote numerous works for the harp, including sonatas, concertos, and duets, as well as music for other instruments. His compositions are known for their lyrical melodies, technical challenges, and innovative use of the harp.
Krumpholz was also known for his collaborations with other musicians of his time, including the composer Louis Spohr. Both Krumpholz and Spohr wrote concertos for the harp, which helped to establish the instrument as a solo instrument in the Classical era.
Despite his success as a harpist and composer, Krumpholz's life was not without its challenges. He experienced financial difficulties throughout his career, and struggled with alcoholism. He died in Paris in 1790, at the age of 47.
Today, Krumpholz's contributions to the harp repertoire are still celebrated, and his compositions continue to inspire and captivate harpists and music lovers around the world.
Compositions featuring Jean-Baptiste Krumpholz
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Concerto for harp & orchestra No. 6 in F major, Op. 9 | 25:30 min | Concerto | 1785 |
| 2 | Sonata for harp with violin & cello ad lib in E flat major, Op. 12/2 | 13:37 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 3 | Trois Sonates de l'opera 13 arrangées pour Deux Harpes par Philip Seybold | 9:59 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 4 | Trio sonata in B major for oboe, harp & cello | Chamber Music | - | |
| 5 | Symphony No. 2, Op. 11 | 20:26 min | - | |
| 6 | Sonatas (4) for harp, Op 13 | 43:27 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 7 | Sonatas (2) for harp, Op 14 | 32:21 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 8 | Sonata, "Comme scène de demi-caractère" Op. 17 | 22:43 min | - | |
| 9 | Sonata in C major, Op. 13-14/6 | 23:08 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 10 | Sonata for harp, with violin accompaniment in F major, Op. 8/5 | 14:15 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 11 | Sonata for harp, with violin accompaniment in E flat major, Op. 8/4 | 12:29 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 12 | Sonata for harp, with violin & cello ad lib in G major, Op. 12/3 | 12:54 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 13 | Sonata for harp, Op. 16 bis ("En scene de stile pathétique") | 13:32 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 14 | Sonata for harp, Op. 13/3 | 14:53 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 15 | Sonata for harp, Op. 13/1 | 10:52 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 16 | Sonata for harp with violin & cello ad lib in F major, Op. 12/4 | 15:39 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 17 | Air and Variations for harp | 4:35 min | Orchestral | - |
| 18 | Sonata for harp in B flat major | 10:00 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 19 | Sonata for harp & piano, Op. 13/6 | 16:22 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 20 | Sonata for flute & harp in F | 12:26 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 21 | Sonata for flute & harp | 12:07 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 22 | Rondo for Flute & Harp, Op 8/3 | 3:45 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 23 | Petits airs variés pour la harpe, Op 10 | 8:19 min | Orchestral | - |
| 24 | Je voudrais Sylvie | 3:15 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 25 | Etude du Renforcement, for harp (Adagio from the Sonata, Op. 14) | 11:31 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 26 | Duo No 1 for harp & piano, Op 7, in F | Chamber Music | - | |
| 27 | Duets (2) for harp & piano, Op. 5 | 23:04 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 28 | Concerto for harp & orchestra No. 5 in B flat, Op 7 | 22:11 min | Concerto | - |
| 29 | Andante de Haydn | 4:47 min | Vocal Music | - |
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